{"id":1050,"date":"2022-09-20T18:37:26","date_gmt":"2022-09-20T18:37:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/?p=1050"},"modified":"2022-09-20T18:37:26","modified_gmt":"2022-09-20T18:37:26","slug":"top-3-credentials-to-look-for-in-a-commercial-general-contractor","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bafcorp.com\/blog\/top-3-credentials-to-look-for-in-a-commercial-general-contractor\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 3 Credentials to Look For in a Commercial General Contractor"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When you are ready to move forward with a commercial construction project, your top priority is to hire the right commercial general contractor in Indianapolis. With the right professionals on the job, you can trust that your new build, expansion, or renovation is up to spec and ready to generate income. Below are the top 3 credentials you should look for first in any Indiana commercial construction or general contracting company. By sticking with these important qualities, you can better narrow down the pool of potential hires in your area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Top 3 Qualities of a Dependable Commercial Construction Contractor<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Licensing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With commercial construction, the most vital credential a company can have is proper professional licensing. Always ask to see documentation of a contractor\u2019s license, as well as any other licensing credentials you might be interested in learning more about. Aside from proper licensing, it is critical to hire a company that has an active insurance policy and bond. Not only does this indicate they are a professional corporation, but it also tells you that clients are protected in terms of liability. Check with your state\u2019s construction licensing department to verify a company\u2019s licensing before moving forward with their services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Experience<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although hiring a company that has just opened its doors is not always a bad thing, hiring a company that has very little previous construction and contracting experience is. Experience is key when it comes to developing and executing a successful commercial construction project, whether a new build or a simple remodel. As a general rule of thumb, a trusted and valuable commercial general contracting company should have at least 10 years of hands-on experience in the industry, at least 5 years of being an established business, and several projects in their portfolio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

References<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To learn whether or not a commercial construction company is a dependable hire, you can ask them for references; and a trusted and successful company will have them to give. But in addition to reading through their referrals, do not be afraid to actually follow up on a few. Choose one or two past clients and reach out to them for information about their personal experience with the company you are researching. This can give you the information you need to determine if the company is a good fit for your project goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you wondering which Indiana commercial general contracting company to trust for your upcoming commercial build or remodel?<\/strong> Contact BAF Corporation<\/a> at 317-253-0531 for comprehensive commercial general contracting services in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/a>. We work with clients all throughout the state.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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